Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 110538

Hen Harriers

Tabled: 3 February 2026
Answered: 10 February 2026

Question

Luke Taylor

Liberal DemocratSutton and Cheam

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to prevent the illegal killing of hen harriers.

Answer

Dame Angela Eagle
The illegal killing of hen harriers is unacceptable. Bird of prey persecution is a national wildlife crime priority and there are strong penalties in place for offences committed against birds of prey, including hen harriers. Defra supports the work of a ...

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